so that's where they come from . . .

first outing

Funny how having a new baby makes you want to document everything.  Well, this little trip to Mount Charleston really felt like a big deal to me because I got an epidural headache soon after the birth (crossing my fingers that it's totally healed) and have pretty much been on bed rest since.  It was so nice to be outdoors again!

 look at these cuties

 Paisley shows off the rock and stick she found

The hiking diva--no outfit is complete without shades and jewels.  We were so impressed that Paisley walked most of the trail.  Just two years ago she was the one in the sling.  Ahhh memories . . .

big sister

Paisley has done so well assuming her new role. She loves holding Sawyer and giving him kisses.  We've been surprised to see that she's become very independant and helpful.  She gets the milk out of the fridge, throws away dirty diapers, and gets Sawyer clean outfits without being asked.  Her independance has also been expressed in some not so helpful ways, like shutting herself in her room with a pack of gum and a bottle of Pepto Bismol and trying on mascara for the first time.  At least she hasn't put the makeup on Sawyer yet. 

everybody loves a good before and after

Welcome baby Sawyer Emmaus Smith

as promised

Here's a peek at our little baby.  Ha ha!

Plus a few other happy things:

not your typical grafitti

 my beautiful mother's day bouquet

Paisley has been living on the patio since the weather's been nice--and in my high heels. 

It's so adorable!

37 weeks + easter randoms

Here's the much asked for picture of my "cute belly."  I hope it lives up to your expectations.  So I'm 37 weeks and feeling swell.  Or should I say 37 weeks and swelling?  Sometimes I feel like my legs and feet are going to explode.  Other than that, no complaints here.  Overall this pregnancy has been much less uncomfortable than the first. 

And here's the ultra supportive father-to-be, sporting his hand-crafted bunny ears that Paisley refused to wear.  She was so compliant two years ago. 

 a teeny tiny easter basket for Paisley

The desert in bloom.  This is definitely the most beautiful time of year here.  We've been trying to take advantage of that.  No intense hikes for this mama, but walks and picnics as often as possible. 

Here's to hoping Paisley will be this sweet with her baby brother.

Next post: new baby smith

and then she was two

We can't believe the little munchkin is two already! Brandon made her this birthday pie. It's filled with strawberry yogurt. It was kind of a joke since yogurt was the only dessert Paisley got on her first birthday, but we froze it for a couple hours and it turned out to be really delicious.

Here's how the birthday girl enjoys spending her time at home these days:

Dressing up! Paisley is so girlie. She loves to put on tutus, skirts, scarves and necklaces, and typically changes her shoes eight times a day. She's even gotten mad when I tried to take her bow out for bedtime.

Playing Make Believe. I was so lucky to snap this shot of her pretending to pray. After praying she proceeded to take the Sacrament. Her other favorite make believe games: leaving the house (to play you put on a purse, wave, say "bye. see ya," close the bedroom door behind you, and repeat), caring for her baby doll, tea parties, and driving (sorry, Paisley, no Little Tikes yet. She's pretty content with the laundry basket for now though).

Drawing and Painting

Singing

Reading

Laughing!  Sorry this video is sideways, but you get the point when you hear that giggle.  Paisley loves to be tickled and chased. 

Happy Birthday, Paisley!

yipee!

I started this baby book for Paisley months (maybe a year?) ago and I finally finished last night! I figured that if it didn't get done before baby number 2 gets here, it wasn't happening. 



One class I really regret not taking at BYU is bookbinding.  I heard the teacher was a tough grader.  I cared way too much about grades and not enough about learning.  Maybe one day I'll take a real class, but for now I just read some books on on the subject and decided to try an accordian style binding.  (Basically you fold a little paper accordian and glue pages into it).  I love that you don't have to decide how many pages you'll have or what order they'll be in until you're all done.  Here's a little peek inside.   

 

 p.s. are you digging the april fool's decor I woke up to?